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  1. HBS60

    Phones, Sim Cards, Choices and Questions, Oh, So Many Questions!

    I’ve been researching in this forum the issue of cell phones, SIM cards, international travel. Lots of good information out there, but I’m still struggling to put it all together, so I thought I’d describe my current cell set up, what I’ve learned so far, and what I’m still trying to figure out...
  2. R

    eSIM card questions

    Has anyone used their cell service provider on the Camino? I have Visible (a Verizon subsidiary), and am curious how the service was. I have been looking at some of the threads about eSIM use on the Camino. I couple have commented that Spanish SIM does not allow them to call internationally...
  3. peregrina2000

    KML tracks of all caminos - Instituto Nacional Geográfico

    A friend just sent me a link to an official government site, run by the Instituto Nacional Geográfico. They are the wonderful people who produce the hard copy map that Ivar sells (which is indispensable for any serious camino planning outside the main routes, but is now unfortunately sold out)...
  4. Shebang

    how to download routes from Gronze

    How do I download routes from Gronze? I am on an iPhone or a Mac/Safari when accessing the gronze.com site. Sometime back I was able to download an tracketapa*.kmz file from the website. But I can no longer download the kmz file. If it is no longer possible, what other site provide...
  5. SBevington

    Can I reuse eSIM from 2022

    I used an Orange ESIM in my iPhone 12 when I walked the Camino Frances in 2022. This fall I am returning to Spain from the USA to volunteer as a Hospitalera. Once I arrive in Spain, can I just go to an Orange store, switch my phone to the old Orange eSIM, and top It up?
  6. susanawee

    Camino apps

    Could someone please post a list of the most useful and user-friendly Camino apps which can be downloaded. Thankyou in advance.
  7. F

    What should I do about a phone?

    The last time I traveled to Europe cell phones weren't such a major thing (yes I'm that old). I have an Iphone 14 in the US. My inclination is to just buy a cheap phone when I get to France/Spain. But, I keep reading about switching SIM cards. What is my simplest option? Trying to keep this...
  8. C

    SIM card for Europe

    Hi All. Looking for some advice on a suitable SIM card for travelling in EU and UK. Thinking of getting a Vodafone SIM on arrival in Spain. After completing the Camino will then spend a couple of months travelling in France and UK. Would mainly use SIM for data and occasional local calls. Would...
  9. lindaUSA

    Geneva to Le Puy GPS

    I will be walking from Geneva to Le Puy on the French Camino GR65 in May 2024. Is there a smartphone GPS navigation program? I have walked from Le Puy to Santiago.
  10. larry1948

    Interactive Map

    Is there an online map similar to Google maps that displays Camino routes along with all streets and roads?
  11. Waka

    Camino Frances App

    Hi All I've been away for a number of years. My last pilgrimage in Spain was the Via Del La Plata and I used an app on my phone. My question is, has one been developed for the Frances? Waka
  12. hieudovan

    eSim for Spain

    I am from the U.S. and will be in Spain for 30 days in early 2024 to walk Camino Morazábe . After some research, it seems like an eSim from Airalo is a good choice for my iPhone 14. I have some novice questions I hope you don't mind my asking. Should I get the eSim before leaving for Spain or...
  13. B

    Question about phones and SIM cards in Spain

    Greetings to all.... The last time I was on the Camino, I went into a phone store looking for a Spanish SIM card that would enable me to make local calls... However, the owner told me they were not allowed to sell those to tourists... I think this was related to the horrendous damage in Atocha...
  14. C

    How much data do I need on an eSIM for the entire Camino Frances

    How much data (Gb) will I need on an eSIM to complete the entire Camino Frances. Trying to figure out how much to purchase for my journey.
  15. Kathy F.

    Managing electronics

    How do you manage the electronics you may take on your Camino? Assume you are not taking obvious luxuries. Phone? Tablet? Breathing device? Toothbrush? What chargers do you bring? Batteries? Solar power? What is our accumulated wisdom?
  16. IMLiege

    How to transfer Wise Pilgrim app to new phone

    I have the Wise Pilgrim app on a Samsung Galaxy and I want to transfer it to an iPhone I recently bought. Is there any way to do that and avoid having to buy the app again? I tried the Wise Pilgrim app website but there's no support or contact option, nor is there in the app. Has anyone done...
  17. Mull

    Gpx files?

    Hi all I have booked my flight to walk my first Camino needless to say I’m super excited. I will be walking the primitivo arriving in Oviedo 21/05/24. Is there somewhere I can download the gpx files for each stage? I have a Suunto watch that I want to use for navigation as I’m hoping to leave my...
  18. kiwijim

    what Camera option are people using

    Hi team My wife and i are walking the Camino next may. On our regular travel adventures I am a keen amateur photographer ( but not very good), i was wondering what everyone is using for photo purposes as I dont want to cart my regular gear. Are most people using their phone or what is the...
  19. D

    European SIM - data-only or talk/text?

    Hi all, I have been trying to find the right plan for my phone for the Portuguese Camino and although I have found lots of helpful information on the forums I can’t seem to figure out how important it is to have talk and text capability while in Europe. I’ve seen several data-only eSIM plans...
  20. G

    Advice on phone carriers and banking options for Australians on the VdlP

    Hi everyone, i was wondering if anybody from Australia had any tips on what carrier to use for my phone, and also what i should take for credit cards/debit cards on the Camino? I have read that i should take 2 forms of credit cards/debit cards just in case one doesn't work. Any help would be...

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